Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech: Imaging Leader & Mentor

Midstate-Radiology-Associates-1; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) in Meriden, CT, seeks a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist to lead the Nuclear Medicine department at MidState Medical Center, with occasional coverage at Wallingford Imaging and Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain/Plainville.

A sign-on bonus will be offered to well-qualified candidates. Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 am–3:30 pm or 7:30 am–4:00 pm, rotating by department needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a JRCNMT accredited nuclear medicine technology program.
• Certification through NMTCB or ARRT (N).
• CPR certification.
• Maintenance of continuing education credits as required by licensure.
• Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field is desirable.
• At least three years of experience in Nuclear Medicine is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers radioactive agents with IV injection to assist diagnosis and treatment.
• Assesses appropriateness of requested exams using guidelines to ensure accuracy.
• Operates nuclear imaging equipment to provide diagnostic images for physician planning.
• Performs quality control tests on imaging, hot lab equipment, and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Adheres to NRC radiation safety standards and disposal regulations.
• Maintains Nuclear medicine equipment and schedules service/calibration.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment; maintains orderly work area.
• Demonstrates yearly competencies to meet patient needs.
• Ensures Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT equipment maintain accreditation and compliance.
• Coordinates daily staff assignments and departmental coverage.
• Supports implementation of new equipment and imaging technology.
• Serves as liaison between physicians, technologists, and leadership.
• Coordinates daily workflow for efficient patient care.
• Provides supervision and instruction to students on nuclear medicine procedures.

Skills

Nuclear medicine knowledge

Radiopharmaceutical preparation

Imaging procedures

ALARA/radiation safety

Patient education

Quality control

Communication

Emergency response

ACR accreditation maintenance

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a JRCNMT accredited nuclear medicine technology program

Certification through NMTCB or ARRT (N)

CPR certification

Continuing education credits as required by licensure

Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field desirable

At least three years of experience in Nuclear Medicine desirable

Tools

Imaging equipment operation

Job description

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) in Meriden, CT, seeks a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist to lead the Nuclear Medicine department at MidState Medical Center, with occasional coverage at Wallingford Imaging and Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain/Plainville.

A sign-on bonus will be offered to well-qualified candidates. Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 am–3:30 pm or 7:30 am–4:00 pm, rotating by department needs.